Make a 30 x 40 mm Photo Online

About 30 x 40 mm Photos

Document photographs come in many different sizes, depending on the country and type of document for which you have applied.

Nevertheless, the 30 x 40 mm size is quite common worldwide, as this size is widely used for passports, visas, residence permits and ID cards.

If you do not know or are unsure what size photograph is required for your document, don't worry, AiPassportPhotos can help! Simply upload your picture to our online app, and AiPassportPhotos's photo cropper will resize it to the right size.

Guidelines for Taking a 30 x 40 mm Photo

To take a compliant 30 x 40 mm photograph, you can download our app to your smartphone at either the Apple or Google Play Store, depending on your phone's operating system. You can also try the photo maker tool on our homepage: just select any document and it will do the rest of the job for you!

Take a closer look at what you have to do below:

• Take a photo with your smartphone, tablet or digital camera.
• Download or install the AiPassportPhotos app.
• Follow your photo's guidelines and official requirements.
• Take as many photos as you like until you are satisfied.
• Upload your final photo to our online photo tool.
• Get your correctly-sized 30 x 40 mm photo with AiPassportPhotos.

Thanks to our photo tool services, making good quality photos over the internet has never been so easy! Just read on to learn more useful information.

Requirements for a 3 x 4 cm Photo

Check the comprehensive guides on some of the must-know things if you are going to make a 30 x 40 millimeters photo. Let's dive right into it!

1. Dimensions

The photo's precise dimensions are the document's most important requirement. If you are applying for a visa, passport or driver's license, you must ensure that your photo is submitted with the correct dimensions.

2. Equivalents

As you may already know, the equivalent of 30 x 40 mm is 3 x 4 cm, meaning that your photo's width is 3 cm and height is 4 cm (or, 1.18 x 1.57 in). These are the same size as a 30 x 40 mm photo.

3. Digital Files

It's important to maintain the right proportions when uploading digital photos online. The ratio of 30 mm wide to 40 mm high must be the same as 3 cm to 4 cm.

4. Pixels

Digital photos are comprised of pixels whose number varies according to the photo's resolution, expressed in dots per inch (dpi). One digital px equals one dot on the printout.

For example, with a resolution of 100 dpi the number of pixels is 118 x 157 px, meaning the width is equivalent to 118 px and the height to 157 px. Similarly, for a resolution of 300 dpi = 354 x 472 px (width = 354 px and height = 472 px) and for a resolution of 600 dpi = 708 x 944 px (width = 708 px and height = 944 px).

Where Is the 30 x 40 mm Photo Used?

The 30 x 40 mm size isn't used everywhere, so it's worth checking that this is really the size your document requires. Some confirmed examples include:

• Brazil — standard passport photo size
• Azerbaijan — visa and national ID card photos
• Russia — several documents including pensioner ID, work permits, medical books, temporary residence permits, and citizenship applications
• India — KYC (Know Your Customer) photo submissions
• Palestine — visa applications

Even within the same country, different documents can require different sizes, so always double-check the exact specification listed on your application form or official government site before submitting your photo.

Common Mistakes to Avoid When Taking a 30 x 40 mm Photo

• Using an old photo. Most documents require a photo taken within the last six months to reflect your current appearance.
• Uneven lighting or shadows. Shadows on the face or background are one of the most common reasons photos get rejected.
• Wrong background color. Always confirm whether white or light grey is required — some documents are strict about which one.
• Incorrect aspect ratio. Cropping a photo to roughly 30 x 40 mm without maintaining the exact 3:4 ratio can distort the head size or leave too much or too little space around the face.
• Smiling or exaggerated expressions. Most ID-style photos require a neutral expression with the mouth closed.
• Low image resolution. A blurry or pixelated photo can be rejected even if the dimensions are otherwise correct.

What Can You Get with AiPassportPhotos?

Simply upload a photo and watch AiPassportPhotos do the rest, from cropping, removing the photo's background, replacing the background with the right one and automatically checking your photo against official requirements. Our service includes:

• Photo Maker: All pictures uploaded to AiPassportPhotos are automatically verified by AI as acceptable or unacceptable. The photo size is then changed to 30 x 40 mm, cropping the headroom, adjusting the frame and ensuring the final photo meets official document requirements.
• Background Remover: If you need to change your photo's background, use AiPassportPhotos's background removal tool, which automatically replaces your photo's background with the correct one in seconds.
• Photo Cropper: Cutting your document's photo is quick and easy with our photo cropper. AiPassportPhotos checks and adjusts the size of the face, height of the eyes and distance from the top of the head in the photo, cropping it uniformly as required with the help of AI technology.
• Photo Verification: Any photo can be verified to determine if it meets all specified regulations concerning photo quality, facial expression, head position and lighting, giving you a clear check before you submit your document.
• Photo Template: After the final verification step, we send you a digital photo template via email. Just print it out at home or at any local photo lab, print shop, or pharmacy.